Reel Reading: Romance
Teens met recently to talk about their favorite romance books, TV shows and movies. Reel Reading is a teen-specific book, film and TV club meeting virtually on the fourth Tuesday each month at 7 p.m. via Zoom. This club is for ages 13-18 and each month will have a genre or theme to explore. Register for our […]
Puppet Book Talk: Carmela Full of Wishes
Chanel tells Mo about a book she’s reading and asks him to make a wish.
Financial Literacy: Career Planning for Kids and Teens
Do your kids have big career dreams? Help them explore their options with the Plano Public Library!
Grab a Graphic Novel: Super Shojo Manga!
We’re highlighting our graphic novel collection by exploring tried-and-true cartoon classics, as well as fresh-off-the-press new releases. Pick up a graphic novel today!
Technology Tips for Kids: Create a Routine
Technology is all around us and is a part of our daily lives. Your child will encounter technology at an early age, so building a healthy relationship needs to start now. Our Tech Tips for Kids series will help you set-up your child for success. Today’s Tech Tip for Kids is: Create a Routine Most children do […]
Play & Learn: Math-y Time
Did you know you can develop math concepts with your early learner through everyday connections? Care givers can engage in conversations and hands-on activities with their child to help introduce concepts by asking questions and making observations using simple household materials. Recognizing repeating patterns is an early math concept that helps children with problem-solving and […]
Small Business Week at Plano Public Library
Plano Public Library offers many educational and engaging workshops to the community, including those looking to boost their business and career skills. We have worked with many local partners to share their expertise in business, including Debra Austin, of Chaos2Results Business Coaching, and Don Walter, a SCORE Mentor for businesses. Read more about their experience […]
Plano Reads: Watching You
Read our review of Watching You by Lisa Jewell, a Mystery Book Club pick for May. You can join us to virtually discuss Watching You on May 20 at 7 p.m. using Zoom! Register online here.
Cook the Book: Celebrity Chefs
It’s time to cook like a super star with this month’s celebrity-themed Cook the Book!
Plano Reads and Reviews: Memorial Drive
Schimelpfenig Library staff member Jelita recently shared her review of Natasha Trethewey’s affecting memoir, Memorial Drive. Memorial Drive: A Daughter’s Memoir by Natasha Trethewey Available in the library in Print, eBook and eAudiobook formats From the opening pages of Memorial Drive, we already know its grim conclusion. Natasha Trethewey’s mother Gwendolyn has been murdered, shot […]